White Pine Camp
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#1 of 1 campground in Paul Smiths
Location
4.9
Rooms
4.8
Value
4.7
Cleanliness
4.8
Service
4.8
Sleep Quality
4.6
Located on beautiful, secluded Osgood Pond, White Pine Camp is one of a small handful of remaining historic Adirondack Great Camps open to the public. Built in 1907 for Archibald White, a New York City banker and industrialist and his wife Olive Moore White, an opera star, the property, which hosted many dignitaries and celebrities over the years, is most noted for having served as the Summer White House for President Calvin Coolidge. White Pine Camp is open year around and in the winter offers incredible cross country skiing and snowshoe opportunities.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free internet
Fishing
Board games / puzzles
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Banquet room
Meeting rooms
Wifi
BBQ facilities
Concierge
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Kitchenette
Microwave
Refrigerator
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Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Mid-range
Location
432 White Pine Road, Paul Smiths, NY 12970
Getting there
Adirondack Airport
5.3 mi•
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Plattsburgh International Airport
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1 Restaurant
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We booked the GAte cabin which had 2 bedrooms with queen beds and one bedroom with 2 bunkbeds. Two full bathrooms, wood burning stiove, kicthen, living room & dining room. Kitchen had everything we needed to cook our meals. Grill available outdoors as well as a fire pit. Wood supplied as well as kindling to get fires started. Beautiful dock area with scenic views. Plenty of hiking paths at camp and close by. Very quiet and relaxing. This cabion was well away from all the others - but even the other cabins close to the main lodge seemed nice. Intermitten cellular access - texts sometimes came though but no phone - had to go down the road a bit for that. Staff were very firendly and came to help the one time we had a question. We had 5 adults in the cabin without it feeling crowded.
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Date of stay: September 2022
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Room Tip:Â if you want quiet and away from everyone choose Gate Cabin
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Perfect.
Excellent vacation. The unique property and buildings are well worth the cost.
Large amount of the trip was spent birding, and the camp’s location was close to excellent birding at bigelow rd,, Oregon plains rd and Bloomington bog trail.
Excellent vacation. The unique property and buildings are well worth the cost.
Large amount of the trip was spent birding, and the camp’s location was close to excellent birding at bigelow rd,, Oregon plains rd and Bloomington bog trail.
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Date of stay: November 2021
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This is our second stay and we couldn’t be more in love with our experience. Tim the Innkeeper is available for any questions, suggestion and help with creating an amazing stay. So many options to walk around this beautiful property wether you visit in the winter or any another season. So relaxing and enchanting especially as an escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Can’t wait to return. 💜
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We decided to break up winter with an "embrace the winter" retreat. This camp is the perfect place! Cozy cabins, remote setting, beautiful woods, frozen lake, close to amazing trails at the Paul Smiths Visitor Intreprive Center (Free with Camp Pass), and towns/events/restaurants of Saranac Lake and Lake Placid.
The camp is historic, one of two camps from early 1900s open to the public in the whole ADK -- this one being simple, rustic and remote. Beautiful cabins and original great room, plus the serindipity of a magical "tea house" and rec building with 2 Lane bowling alley (set your own pins). Yes, some times it was 10 degrees (out on the lake or when bowling) but there was a toasty fire nearby to warm up with. That is the fun of "embracing" winter. We also had lovely warmer sunny days for snow shoeing (first time and FUN), X skiing, whether on spectacular trails or across the solidly frozen, whisper-quiet lake.
The camp is historic, one of two camps from early 1900s open to the public in the whole ADK -- this one being simple, rustic and remote. Beautiful cabins and original great room, plus the serindipity of a magical "tea house" and rec building with 2 Lane bowling alley (set your own pins). Yes, some times it was 10 degrees (out on the lake or when bowling) but there was a toasty fire nearby to warm up with. That is the fun of "embracing" winter. We also had lovely warmer sunny days for snow shoeing (first time and FUN), X skiing, whether on spectacular trails or across the solidly frozen, whisper-quiet lake.
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Date of stay: February 2022Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We just returned from a weekend getaway at WPC- our first visit but it won't be our last. It's hard to capture just how special this property is. The history, the gorgeous surroundings, the privacy. We snowshoed for hours, build our own luge for tubing and visited nearby VIC at Paul Smiths to try cross country skiing. When we needed a break from the elements, we bowled or sat by a roaring fire. Staff was attentive and eager to help and answer questions. While there were plenty of other guests this weekend, we felt like we had the whole place to ourselves. This is the ADK as it should be, completely unplugged from the rest of the world and focusing on nature and the people you're with. We can't wait to go back!
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Date of stay: February 2020
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This is the kind of a place that keeps you wanting to come back. The scenery, the history, the comfortable cabins and an opportunity to discover the mesmerizing beauty of the Adirondacks. This is our second time spending our New Year vacation here and we will be back
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Date of stay: December 2022Trip type: Traveled with family
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Quintessential Adirondack experience. So cool on some many levels. Loved the quirky unique architecture throughout the facility. and got such a kick out of the history: imagining European diplomats visiting this rustic environment; how uniquely American! 1916 bowling on the lake.
Oh, and the paddling for the camp, and in the area is fantastic. pretty much perfect.
Oh, and the paddling for the camp, and in the area is fantastic. pretty much perfect.
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Date of stay: October 2021
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Room Tip:Â we loved our Cabin #3. great for a couple, plus a kid or two (or not).
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We have been so busy, we booked the trip, confused the dates on our calendar and showed up a week early. The property manager, Tim, was great. He found us a cabin for the week. The poolroom is great. Very nice table. The bowling alley is like a museum from 100 years ago. Spent hours there with the family bowling. Then, the table tennis room was just a blast. The cabin itself was immaculate, well decorated, the kitchen was well-equipped and the bedrooms were comfortable. I digress, Tim, the property manager is priceless. Made sure we had a wonderful time and is a font of information.
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Date of stay: April 2022
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Room Tip:Â Chose any room/cabin and have a wonderful time. Not difficult to do at this place.
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Our favorite family vacation, white Pine and staff were wonderful. The lake was great fishing for the kids. They loved the bowling alley and boats. My wife and I enjoyed how quiet and serene the camp is. Close to local towns and sites to explore during the day. We look forward to returning again.
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Date of stay: June 2019
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White Pine Camp is a dream world you never knew existed. I am about to go there for the sixth time in 4 years and look forward to it like nothing else. You cook your own meals, lounge in the exquisite cabins, canoe or kayak, bowl in the antique bowling alley, stroll the lovely grounds and tour the Adirondacks. Or you can just watch the fire in the fabulous fireplaces. The designers of this place knew what they were doing. Run, don't walk to White Pine Camp, but don't take my precious 7 nights. Worth every penny.
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Date of stay: August 2003
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Allison M asked a question Jul 2018
Washington DC, District of Columbia3 contributions4 helpful votesIs there fishing equipment on-site?
I saw some fishing poles at the boat house but not sure of the quality
You can drive to all of the cabins. Once unloaded there is a parking area out of sight. The Hermits Hut is down it's own little lane with a parking area along side.
Hope this helps.
Fred B.
"We stay in Kirkwood cabin; the lodge building is the one that has been recently renovated. "Read full review
"Chose any room/cabin and have a wonderful time. Not difficult to do at this place."Read full review
"Cabin 2 was very nice, but if it's going to be buggy opt for a screened porch cabin."Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
$96 - $189 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
white pine camp hotel paul smiths
LOCATION
United StatesNew YorkPaul Smiths
NUMBER OF ROOMS
13
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Frequently Asked Questions about White Pine Camp
Which popular attractions are close to White Pine Camp?
Nearby attractions include Paul Smith's College VIC (1.5 miles) and Alvin Smith Gravesite (2.9 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at White Pine Camp?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free parking, meeting rooms, and kids activities.
What food & drink options are available at White Pine Camp?
Guests can enjoy barbeque facilities during their stay.
Are pets allowed at White Pine Camp?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does White Pine Camp offer any business services?
Yes, guests have access to meeting rooms and a banquet room during their stay.
Does White Pine Camp have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the lake view available here.